MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough Rotary Club is celebrating milestones.
In its 100th year, the nonprofit organization marked its 40th annual Turkey Shoot on Nov. 19 in the cafeteria at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
When COVID-19 hit in 2020, the popular fundraiser took place virtually.
“Though we hope to see the dreaded COVID in the rearview mirror, we’re still living in a very challenging world with record-high inflation,” noted the club’s President Mark Vital in the event program. “Your support tonight is critical in allowing us the ability to continue to serve you, the greater Marlborough community, and serve others throughout the world – just like we have for the past 100 years.”
Past President Sem Aykanian emceed this year’s Turkey Shoot.
Rotarians, businesses and nonprofits donated numerous raffle items. Among the prizes were Amazon Fire tablets, handmade jewelry, home appliances, sports game tickets and many turkey baskets with all the fixings.
A separate round of raffles offered children’s prizes such as toys and bicycles. The children’s table winners were announced by Santa Claus, aka Dave Brower.
Refreshment sales raised additional funds. Proceeds from the fundraiser help support the club’s ongoing charitable endeavors.
Learn more about the Marlborough Rotary Club at marlboroughrotary.org and facebook.com/RotaryMarlboroughMA.
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